DA Form 2823. Sworn Statement

DA Form 2823 is a United States Army form used to document statements made by witnesses or persons with information relevant to a military investigation. The form is also known as a Sworn Statement and is used to gather information from witnesses, suspects, and victims to assist in the investigation of a military crime or other incident.

The form consists of several parts, including:

• Heading: This section includes the name of the person making the statement, the date and time of the statement, the location where the statement was made, and the purpose of the statement.
• Body: This section includes the statement made by the witness or person with information. The statement should be written in the first person and should include all relevant details.
• Certification: This section includes a certification statement that the statement is true and accurate to the best of the witness or person's knowledge and belief. The certification must be signed by the person making the statement and by the person taking the statement.

Some of the important fields to consider when compiling a DA Form 2823 include the name of the person making the statement, the date and time of the statement, the location where the statement was made, and the purpose of the statement. The body of the statement should include all relevant details, including names, dates, times, and locations.

Examples of when to use a DA Form 2823 include during the investigation of a military crime, such as theft, assault, or unauthorized use of government property. The form may also be used during the investigation of accidents or other incidents involving military personnel.

The parties involved in a DA Form 2823 include the person making the statement and the person taking the statement. The form may also be used as evidence in a military court-martial or other legal proceeding.

Benefits of using this form include the ability to gather accurate and detailed information from witnesses and persons with information relevant to an investigation. The form also provides a written record of the statement, which can be used as evidence in legal proceedings.

Risks of using this form include the possibility of false or misleading statements, which can lead to inaccurate or incomplete investigations. The form may also be subject to challenges in court, particularly if the person making the statement was coerced or otherwise influenced.

Related and alternative forms include DD Form 397, Military Witness Statement, and AF IMT 1168, Sworn Statement.

Analogues of this form include civilian police forms used to document witness statements and other evidence.

The main difference between DA Form 2823 and other military investigation forms is that it is used specifically to document witness statements and information from persons with relevant information. Other forms may be used to document other types of evidence or information.

This form influences the future of the participants by providing a written record of their statement or information, which can be used as evidence in legal proceedings. The form may also be used to help determine the course of the investigation and any subsequent actions that may be taken.

The form is submitted to the person conducting the investigation and is stored in the investigation file. The form may also be used as evidence in a military court-martial or other legal proceeding.